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This is our combined event calendar for the Business and Community events so you can best plan your activities in the central Connecticut community.  We want you to know what a vibrant and active community looks like!

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November 2026

HR (Human Resources) Roundtable Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
At Midstate Conference Room

Description: This group meets every other 3rd Tuesday of the month and the main focus of this group is discussions in relation to various HR issues/topics. Join us for this very insightful discussion, networking, problem-solving, and best practices.

Location Info: 546 S Broad Str., Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

HOLA Monthly Meeting

RSVP Now Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM–5:30 PM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce

Description: HOLA (The Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action) engages Hispanic businesses so that, through the Chamber, they can obtain exposure, growth, and involvement in the community.

Location Info: 546 S. Broad St., Unit 2C, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Membership and Marketing Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Chamber Conference Room

Description: The Membership andAmbassador Committee will be holding their monthly meeting. The group provides outreach to prospective and active members and any member of the Chamber may join the committee if they are interested in helping the Chamber grow and retain members, while promoting their business as well.

Location Info: 546 S Broad St, Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Monthly Education & Technology Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 8:30 AM
At Chamber Conference Room

Description: This committee plans cradle-to-career educational opportunities for students and member businesses. It promotes bussiness education and training partneships in the greater Meriden area. The group also reviews and approves member workshop programming and partnerships like those with SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives).

Location Info: 546 South Broad St., Unit 2C, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

CBN Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting

RSVP Now Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Hamden Chamber

Description: You're Invited to our CBN Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting! Connect with fellow professionals through the Chamber Business Network CBN Alliance, an open LEADS group that brings together members of the Midstate Chamber and Hamden Regional Chamber. This inclusive networking group welcomes all industries, and multiple representatives from the same field are encouraged to participate. It's a great opportunity to build relationships, share referrals, and grow your business network!

Meeting Schedule:2nd Tuesday of each month at the Midstate Chamber (Meriden) 4th Tuesday at the Hamden Chamber (Hamden)

Join us and expand your reach through meaningful connections!

Location Info: 3074 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

Contact Info: CNB Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting 11-24-2026.

December 2026

Health & Wellness Council Monthly Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Midstate Chamber Conference Room

Description: Health and Wellness Coumcil is dedicated to identifying and promoting best practices in community and employee health and wellness through programming.

Location Info: 546 S. Broad St., Ste. 2C, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Midstate Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM
At Meriden Public Library

Description: The Chamber Board of Directors is made up of business leaders from different sectors who meet monthly to provide oversight to the Chamber's program of work and set policy for the organization. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

Location Info: 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Midstate Chamber Meet & Greet

RSVP Now Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM–5:00 PM
At Chamber conference room

Description: Join us to connect, as questions, and learn how membership in the Midstate Chamber of Commerce can help your business grow while strengthening our local community. Discover our wide range of programs, resources, and dynamic committees designed to support businesses at every stage. This FREE event is a great opportunity to learn how partnering with the Midstate Chamber can contribute to your success. This program is open to new members, current members, and "not-yet members." Feel free to invite colleagues and friends in business to join the conversation.

Location Info: 546 S Broad St, Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

CBN Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting

RSVP Now Thursday, December 10, 2026 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Midstate Chamber Conference Room

Description: You're Invited

You're Invited to our CBN Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting! Connect with fellow professionals through the Chamber Business Network CBN Alliance, an open LEADS group that brings together members of the Midstate Chamber and Hamden Regional Chamber. This inclusive networking group welcomes all industries, and multiple representatives from the same field are encouraged to participate. It's a great opportunity to build relationships, share referrals, and grow your business network!

Meeting Schedule:2nd Tuesday of each month at the Midstate Chamber (Meriden) 4th Tuesday at the Hamden Chamber (Hamden)

Join us and expand your reach through meaningful connections!

Location Info: 546 S Broad St, Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Government & Business Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Friday, December 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce

Description: This Committee monitors local, state (in coordination with CBIA) and federal (in coordination with the U.S. Chamber) legislatve issues impacting businesses and considers programs to add value for chamber members.

Location Info: Chamber Conference Room-546 S Broad Str, Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

HOLA Monthly Meeting

RSVP Now Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM–5:30 PM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce

Description: HOLA (The Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action) engages Hispanic businesses so that, through the Chamber, they can obtain exposure, growth, and involvement in the community.

Location Info: 546 S. Broad St., Unit 2C, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Membership and Ambassador Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Chamber Conference Room

Description: The Membership andAmbassador Committee will be holding their monthly meeting. The group provides outreach to prospective and active members and any member of the Chamber may join the committee if they are interested in helping the Chamber grow and retain members, while promoting their business as well.

Location Info: 546 S Broad St, Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

CBN Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting

RSVP Now Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Hamden Chamber

Description: You're Invited to our CBN Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting! Connect with fellow professionals through the Chamber Business Network CBN Alliance, an open LEADS group that brings together members of the Midstate Chamber and Hamden Regional Chamber. This inclusive networking group welcomes all industries, and multiple representatives from the same field are encouraged to participate. It's a great opportunity to build relationships, share referrals, and grow your business network!

Meeting Schedule:2nd Tuesday of each month at the Midstate Chamber (Meriden) 4th Tuesday at the Hamden Chamber (Hamden)

Join us and expand your reach through meaningful connections!

Location Info: 3074 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

Contact Info: CNB Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting 12-22-2026.

January 2027

Midstate Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, January 13, 2027 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM
At Meriden Public Library

Description: The Chamber Board of Directors is made up of business leaders from different sectors who meet monthly to provide oversight to the Chamber's program of work and set policy for the organization. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

Location Info: 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

February 2027

Midstate Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, February 10, 2027 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM
At Meriden Public Library

Description: The Chamber Board of Directors is made up of business leaders from different sectors who meet monthly to provide oversight to the Chamber's program of work and set policy for the organization. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

Location Info: 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

March 2027

Midstate Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, March 10, 2027 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM
At Meriden Public Library

Description: The Chamber Board of Directors is made up of business leaders from different sectors who meet monthly to provide oversight to the Chamber's program of work and set policy for the organization. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

Location Info: 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

April 2027

131st Annual Meeting, Dinner, Awards & Silent Auction of the MidState Chamber

RSVP Now Wednesday, April 7, 2027 at 4:30 PM–8:30 PM
At Aqua Turf Club

Description: Save the Date for the Networking Affair of the YEAR!! Join us in celebrating the 2026 honorees & welcoming our New and veteran Board of Directors. Stay tune for more information.

Location Info: 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901, email info@meridenchamber.com, or

December 2102

CTSBDC - AI for Startups - A Practical Roadmap - Spanish

Sunday, December 3, 2102 at 6:00 PM
At Your Computer

Description: Large companies and small businesses are taking advantage of generative AI with excellent results. However, many entrepreneurs still need that initial push to learn the basics and start applying it in their own businesses.This training is designed for small business owners and new entrepreneurs who want to understand the basics and start applying AI in a practical and safe way. Join Angela Rodriguez, CTSBDC – AI Initiatives Lead, for live demos and an interactive Q&A.

What You'll Learn: Strong foundations: what Gen-AI is and safety basic; Choosing the right AI tool for my busines; Prompting & iteration for reliable result; Five confidence-building AI tasks to apply to your business

Contact Info: Click here for more information and to register.